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THE kettle began it! Don't tell me what Mrs. Peerybingle said. I know better. Mrs. Peerybingle may leave it on record to the end of time that she couldn't say which of them began it; but, I say the kettle did. I ought to know, I hope!Download Description
THE kettle began it! Don't tell me what Mrs. Peerybingle said. I know better. Mrs. Peerybingle may leave it on record to the end of time that she couldn't say which of them began it; but, I say the kettle did. I ought to know, I hope! ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Must have right mind set...
When reading this book, you've I think you got to have the right mind set.Dickens' A Christmas Carol was one of those literary miracles that rarely happen.And these stories should not be judged by A Crhistmas Carol.If you can adopt that mind set (which I had to do) you will find these stories enjoyable and even inspiring.

I think one thing that comes across in all of Dickens' writing is that he sincerely loved his fellow beings--and it shows in his stories.

Also recommended: Christmas Gifts, Christmas Voices--my new favorite Christmas story.

Yuck!
When Dickens was good, he was very very good.When he was bad, he was wordy and sappy and boring.Did you ever wonder why you never heard of the three stories in this book?Because they're so unremarkable!The title story is the best; i.e. it's the only one that's even readable.Do yourself a favor, don't read this book ... Read more